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Ernst von Delius

1912 – 1937

Racecar driver

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About Ernst von Delius

Lived 1912 – 1937 (aged 25). Ernst von Delius was a racing automobile driver.

Ernst Ludwig Ferdinand von Delius (29 March 1912 – 26 July 1937) was a German racing driver.

von Delius died at the age of 25 years at the Nürburgring Circuit during the 1937 German Grand Prix, having suffered a fatal collision with Richard Seaman.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
German Reich
Also known as
Ernst Ludwig Ferdinand von Delius

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ernst von Delius?

racecar driver (1912-1937)

When was Ernst von Delius born?

Ernst von Delius was born on 29 March 1912 in Plessa.

When did Ernst von Delius die?

Ernst von Delius died on 26 July 1937 in Bonn.

What was Ernst von Delius's occupation?

Ernst von Delius was a racing automobile driver.

What nationality was Ernst von Delius?

Ernst von Delius's recorded nationality: German Reich.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ernst von Delius

· Wikidata: Q71280

· DBpedia: Ernst von Delius

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